Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller

Siemens AG; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens seeks a Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller in Dallas, TX, to manage project economics from bid to completion in a hybrid setting. You will coordinate with Sales, Project Management and Finance, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction project control, CPM certification, and SAP/MS Office proficiency. Travel 10–20% is required. Join a global tech leader focused on sustainable progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• 5+ years in commercial project controlling/management in construction.
• PM@Siemens – CPM certificate or equivalent.
• Required travel: 10-20%.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bid preparation and approval process with Legal support; evaluate risks and conformance during execution.
• Act as commercial project entrepreneur from order intake through design, delivery, installation and warranty.
• Identify, evaluate, and assess risks and opportunities; develop strategies to avoid margin slippage.
• Prepare and present commercial topics in internal and external project meetings; escalate critical issues.
• Manage customer requirements and stakeholder expectations with the Project Manager.
• Secure project targets by enforcing contract and claim management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/US GAAP, tax regulations, export control, ICFR/RIC, etc.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Adaptability

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

PM@Siemens – CPM certificate

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

**Job Family:** Buildings

**Req ID:** 527611

**Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller**

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

**Transform everyday with us.**

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller (Central Region). Location: Dallas TX. Position is Hybrid and occasional travel is required. Position is Hybrid & occasional travel is required.

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller will be responsible for commercial aspects related to projects—from the sales phase through execution to project completion. Responsibilities encompass proposal management, project performance measurement, planning, forecasting, and reporting. The CPM partners with Sales and the Project Manager during the project life cycle and interacts with Customers, Suppliers, Engineering, Procurement, Legal, other Commercial Project Managers, regional and national Finance colleagues, internal and external Auditors and other internal and external stakeholders.

**Responsibilities:**

**Manage the project throughout the Project Life Cycle**

• Oversee the bid preparation and approval process (Limits of Authority), review, evaluate and negotiate contractual terms with support of Legal department, evaluate risks and ensure conformance during project execution
• Empower yourself as commercial project entrepreneur during the project execution phase from order intake, through design, delivery, installation and commissioning to warranty phase
• Partner with the Project Manager in identifying, evaluating, and assessing risks and opportunities, and developing strategies and response activities to avoid margin slippage
• Prepare and present commercial topics in internal and external project meetings and elevate critical issues when necessary
• Manage customer requirements and stakeholder expectations with the Project Manager
• Secure project target by enforcing stringent contract and claim management
• Ensure compliance with standards, rules, and regulations, fostering a culture of trust and integrity (e.g. financial reporting guidelines acc. to IFRS and US GAAP, tax regulations, business conduct, signature rights, export control, EHS, ICFR/RIC etc.)

**Manage Project Finances & Planning**

• Partner with the Project Manager to manage financial results, focusing on project gross profit, cash flow and minimizing non-conformance costs
• Perform annual budgeting, monthly forecasting & cost control, cash flow reconciliation, and deviation analysis. Ensure accuracy of project books and records in SAP
• Ensure timely invoicing, actively managing receivables, and maximize cash flow
• Coordinate procurement efforts to ensure best bids within budget and compliance with customer contracts
• Manage financial guarantees / bonds and insurance requirements
• Encourage team accountability, foster team collaboration, and conduct lessons-learned reviews for continuous improvement

**You will impress us with the following qualifications:**

**Basic Qualifications:**

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Experience: 5+ years of work experience in commercial project controlling/management in construction projects
• PM@Siemens – CPM certificate or equivalent (internals)
• Required travel: 10-20%
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

**Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration.
• Resilience in managing complex projects and overcoming challenges.
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

**About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

**Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.

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$100,603 $172,462 10%

**Organization:** Smart Infrastructure

**Job Type:** Full-time

**Category:** Finance